Shape-shifting proteins are the main reason spider webs remain sticky, even when everything around them is wet, according to researchers in Ohio. They studied a particular type of orb-web spider and found the glue they make contains glycoproteins. Read more about Spider glue: sticky when wet - Scimex

A Griffith University student has put the call out to cat owners in the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions to get the scoop on their cat’ s poop in the hope of better understanding their impact on wildlife. Media Release. From:Griffith University. A Read more about Does your cat walk on the wild side? - Scimex

You could have more reason to be smug if you walk or bike to work as new research suggests a physically active commute is linked to a 30 per cent reduced risk of dying from heart disease and stroke. UK researchers looked at data from over 350, 000 Read more about Ditch the car to improve your health - Scimex